Coates

Coates is Australia's largest industrial and general equipment hire company, founded in 1885 to supply heavy machinery to the Victorian goldfields. As a proudly Australian-owned company and a subsidiary of Seven Group Holdings, Coates operates in Australia and Indonesia. The company offers a comprehensive range of over one million pieces of equipment across 22 product categories, serving more than 16,000 customers through approximately 145 branches nationwide. Coates caters to various industries, including engineering, mining, infrastructure, manufacturing, construction, agriculture, and major events. The company has pioneered the equipment rental business in Australia, introducing innovative policies like the “hire before you buy” approach. Coates has expanded its services to include industrial and engineering solutions, power and HVAC, and custom-designed solutions for various applications. With a strong in-house engineering team established in 2015, Coates has evolved into a full-service solutions provider, emphasizing its commitment to meeting diverse customer needs.